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Gates
Gate automation

How much does gate automation cost?

  • R500 – R800/hour
    Gate motor installation
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We've examined the current prices and compiled a list of the most useful prices and fees associated with gate automation to help you get one step closer to your decision.


Gate motor installation

  • R500 – R800/hour

This is the price for a gate motor installation. The price includes only the labour, excluding the gate automation kit. Price may vary according to site and location. The average cost is usually R650/hour.

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Sliding gate motor

  • R4000 – R8000

This is the price for a sliding gate motor. The price depends on the motor brand and specifications. The most popular brands are Centurion, E.T. Nice, Gemini, DACE, etc. Sliding gate motor costs range between R4000 and R8000 with an average of R6000.

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Swing gate motor

  • R6000 – R10,000

This is the price for a swing gate motor. The price depends on the motor brand and specifications. The most popular brands are Centurion, E.T. Nice, Gemini, DACE, etc. For a swing gate motor, expect to pay between R6000 and R10,000.

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Recent jobs for gate automation

Driveway gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Durban
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your driveway gate: Metal and alloys
  • Type of gate you require: Swing gates
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

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Driveway gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Phoenix Durban
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your driveway gate: Metal and alloys
  • Type of gate you require: Sliding gates
  • Estimated project start: 1–3 months

Burglar bars

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Motherwell, Port Elizabeth
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Estimated project start: 1–3 months

I need a quotation for 2 normal burglar doors and 2 burglar windows

Garden gate

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Melodie, Hartbeespoort
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your garden gate: Metal and alloys
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

2 garden gates needed with rough estimation of the dimensions: - Width 1M - Width 2M

Burglar bars

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: modderfontein
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

9 windows and 2 doors

Driveway gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Paarl
  • Type of service: Automation
  • Type of material for your driveway gate: Metal and alloys
  • Type of gate you require: I need advice about the type
  • Estimated project start: 1–3 months

Guaranteed gate

Security gates

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Greenhaven, Athlone
  • Type of service: Repair
  • Type of material for your security gate: (Stainless) steel
  • Type of gate you require: I need advice about the type
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

I need the v-track replaced and new wheels on my existing gate please.

Pedestrian gate

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Broadacres
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your pedestrian gate: Metal and alloys
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Looking for a gate like the one attached for the balcony as shown on the second attached picture, measurements are as follows for the space I need the gate for: Width: 46cm Height: 85 cm

Pedestrian gate

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: weltevredenpark
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your pedestrian gate: Metal and alloys
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

I also need 2 small gates for the split Just ones that can open and close when we need to go the backyard

Garden gate

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Wilderness George
  • Type of service: New installation
  • Type of material for your garden gate: Wood
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

A simple garden gate